Rain, snow in today’s forecast

National Weather Service graphic
National Weather Service graphic

Rain and snow are in today’s forecast, according to the National Weather Service.

The weather service said rain and snow are possible in Wyandotte County before 1 p.m., then rain between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., followed by rain and snow after 5 p.m.

A winter weather advisory will be in effect in Wyandotte County from 3 p.m. today through noon Friday, according to the weather service. Motorists should plan on slippery road conditions during this time, forecasters said.

From 1 to 2 inches of snow are possible Thursday and Friday in Wyandotte County, the weather service said, although the total may change depending on the temperature.

Light snow moves into the area Thursday evening and will last through Thursday night before making a slow eastward exit on Friday, according to the weather service.

The next chance for wintry precipitation comes in the middle of next week, the weather service said. At this time that system does not look like it will be high-impact winter weather.

The temperature was 35 degrees at 8 a.m., with fog and mist.

Today there is a 70 percent chance of rain and snow through 1 p.m., rain between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., and then rain and snow after 5 p.m., the weather service said. The high will be near 37 with a calm wind becoming north around 6 mph in the afternoon. Less than a half-inch of snow is possible in the daytime.

Tonight, there is an 80 percent chance of rain and snow, becoming all snow after 9 p.m., according to the weather service. There will be patchy fog, with a low of 30 degrees. A north northwest wind of 6 to 13 mph will gust as high as 22 mph. From 1 to 2 inches of new snow accumulation are possible.

Friday, there is a 20 percent chance of snow before noon, with a high near 34, the weather service said. A northwest wind of 11 to 14 mph will gust as high as 22 mph.

Friday night, it will be cloudy, with a low of 24, according to the weather service. A northwest wind of 6 mph will become calm in the evening.

Saturday, it will be mostly sunny, with a high near 38 and a calm wind, the weather service said.

Saturday night, it will be mostly cloudy, with a low of 26, according to the weather service.

Sunday, it will be mostly sunny, with a high near 43, the weather service said.

Sunday night, it will be partly cloudy, with a low of 28, according to the weather service.

Monday, it will be mostly sunny, with a high near 47, the weather service said.

Monday night, it will be mostly cloudy, with a low of 34, according to the weather service.

Tuesday, there is a 30 percent chance of rain with a high near 44, the weather service said.

Tuesday night, there is a 30 percent chance of rain and snow, with a low of 33, according to the weather service.

Wednesday, there is a 30 percent chance of rain, with a high near 40, the weather service said.

For more weather information, visit www.weather.gov.

Program to explore the ‘nooks and crannies’ of Kansas

Co-authors Marci Penner and WenDee Rowe will present “Exploring the Nooks and Crannies of Kansas – An Author Talk” on Tuesday, Jan. 28.

It will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28 in the auditorium at the West Wyandotte Library, 1737 N. 82nd St., Kansas City, Kansas.

Penner and Rowe traveled to every one of the 626 incorporated cities in Kansas to research their book “The Kansas Guidebook 2 for Explorers.”

Their presentation will include stories and a photo journey of about 40 interesting and lesser-known places to visit in Kansas. They’ll share intriguing historic places, quirky customs, grassroots art, fabulous cafes and more.

There is no charge to attend. A book signing will follow the presentation, and books will be available for purchase for $20. Light refreshments will be available from 6 to 6:15 p.m.

To register, call 913-295-8250, Ext. 5108 or sign up online through the library’s event tab and go to Jan. 28. Registration also is available through Next Chapter Kansas City by email at [email protected].

The Author Talk is co-sponsored by the Next Chapter Kansas City program and West Wyandotte Library. Next Chapter Kansas City is a program of the Shepherd’s Center of Kansas City, Kansas, and partner organizations.

Roundtable discussion held on early childhood education

A roundtable discussion on early childhood education was held Wednesday afternoon at the Children’s Campus of Kansas City, 444 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The event was held by U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids, D-3rd Dist. (Photo by William Crum)
A roundtable discussion on early childhood education was held Wednesday afternoon at the Children’s Campus of Kansas City, 444 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The event was held by U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids, D-3rd Dist., center. (Photo by William Crum)

by William Crum

A roundtable discussion on early childhood education was sponsored Wednesday by U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids, D-3rd Dist., in Kansas City, Kansas.

The event took place at the Children’s Campus of Kansas City, 444 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. About 150 persons attended.

One panelist said she has heard from her staff that children are coming to their center with more needs and adverse experiences. There was also discussion about the need for wraparound services, starting early childhood education earlier and expanding the age range, access to high-quality programs, higher pay for employees in the field, and more support and recognition from the federal level for early childhood programs.

Rep. Davids said she wanted to figure out ways to help education at the federal level. She said she has had the chance to vote to implement record levels of funding for Head Start and child care development block grants.

Panelists included Paula Neth, vice president of programs, The Family Conservancy; Terrie VanZandt-Travis, executive director, Growing Futures Early Education Center; Dr. Tyrone Bates, coordinator of diversity, equity and inclusion, Shawnee Mission School District; Dr. Eva Horn, special education professor and coordinator of Early Childhood Unified Program, University of Kansas; and Lisa London, director, Project Eagle and Educare.

Rep. Davids said that helping her constituents was one of her most important responsibilities.

Anyone who is having issues with the federal government and red tape may call Rep. Davids’ office at 913-766-3993, and they will assist with any federal agency.